Kriti Kitchen

"Following its second anniversary, this Mediterranean restaurant in West University launched its weekend brunch. From 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., diners can score great deals on drinks with $2 Saffron Sparklers and mimosas and fun bites like Loukoumades, fried Greek honey doughnuts. More classic style brunch dishes also exist with bougatsa, a Greek custard pie, Spana omelets and grilled cheeses stuffed with a combination of spinach and feta, and Kriti’s Mizithrapita, a cheese-filled pancake and drizzled with honey and a nut crumble." - Brittany Britto Garley

"This cozy cafe in West University will offer a Mediterranean spread featuring roast lamb shank with carrots, potatoes, and caramelized onions for $25 each, the decadent multi-layered moussaka, and a variety of sides including spanakopita, roasted butternut squash, herb and cheese biscuits, and white beans with fennel. Prices vary by size. Orders can be placed through Sunday, November 24, with the option of pickup or delivery on Wednesday, November 27." - Brittany Britto Garley

"Fulfill your lunch or brunch craving at this charming Greek restaurant with feta and spinach-stuffed Spana omelets; mezze boards filled with dips and your choice of cheeses, keftedes, or meatballs; and the Mizithrapita, cheese-stuffed pancakes topped with honey drizzle and nut crumble. Those looking for to-go options can take advantage of the cafe’s “heat and eat” options, which include Greek favorites like vegan and meat-filled moussakas, spanakopita, and various dressings and dips." - Brittany Britto Garley

"Kriti Kitchen quietly opened in the Weslayan Plaza Shopping Center at the start of the year, but has been steadily gaining momentum among Houston diners for its fresh menu of Greek fare and convenient grab-and-go prepared meals. Chef-owner Mary Cuclis worked at Michelin-starred Bo Innovation in Hong Kong and honed her chops at Pondicheri here in town, but her vision for the menu at Kriti Kitchen is inspired by her own Greek roots. During the restaurant’s exclusive monthly dinner series, guests are given the opportunity to journey through a multi-course dinner prepared by Cuclis, paired with a selection of Greek wines." - Megha McSwain